Gandhi Bhavan

Gandhi Bhavan is a memorial museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi located in Kumara Park East, central Bengaluru, Karnataka. Established in 1965, it preserves and exhibits photographs, letters, documents and memorabilia related to Gandhi's life and his association with Karnataka. The complex includes exhibition galleries, a library, auditorium and open grounds, serving as an educational and cultural centre promoting Gandhian principles of truth and non-violence.

Visitors can expect a quiet, educational complex with indoor exhibition galleries displaying rare photographs, letters, documents and personal memorabilia of Mahatma Gandhi, along with quotes and timelines of his life. The campus includes a library with Gandhian literature, an auditorium for talks and film screenings, and landscaped open grounds with busts and displays. The setting is centrally located near Vidhana Soudha and Cubbon Park, suitable for self-guided viewing and study.

Gandhi Bhavan was established in 1965 by the Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi and Government of Karnataka to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi and his connection with Karnataka. It was inaugurated to preserve records of Gandhi's visits to the state and his role in India's independence movement, and to promote study of Gandhian ideals.

The Bhavan serves as a cultural and educational centre promoting Gandhian principles of truth, non-violence and self-reliance. It hosts exhibitions, lectures, seminars and youth programmes focused on Gandhian philosophy and is used for commemorative events related to Gandhi Jayanti and Martyrs' Day.